Like other reviewers, this plant did not bloom for several years. It did not die back to the ground but no blooms. With winter protection (Styrofoam cone) it blooms consistently. Location west facing, 3 feet from a wall, exposed to winter winds augmented by adjacent structures.
Cityline® Rio Bigleaf hydrangea Hydrangea macrophylla
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24 - 36 Inches36 - 48 Inches24 - 36 Inches61cm - 91cm91cm - 1.2m61cm - 91cmFeatures
This variety is no longer available from Proven Winners®. Alternatives include: Wee Bit Giddy® and Wee Bit Grumpy®.
Small to medium sized early blooming hydrangea with large, long lasting flowers. Mildew resistant. Compact.
Salt TolerantSmall or MiniatureCharacteristics
Plant Type:ShrubShrub Type:DeciduousHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:24 - 36 Inches 61cm - 91cmSpacing:36 - 48 Inches 91cm - 1.2mSpread:24 - 36 Inches 61cm - 91cmFlower Colors:BlueFlower Colors:PinkFlower Colors:PurpleFlower Shade:depends on soilFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:GreenHabit:MoundedContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:Part Sun to SunLight Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBlooms On:Old WoodBloom Time:Early SummerBloom Time:Mid SummerBloom Time:Late SummerHardiness Zones:5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9bWater Category:AverageUses:ContainerUses:Cut FlowerUses:Dried FlowerUses:LandscapeUses Notes:A dramatic centerpiece for mixed container designs. Also great for mixed borders and perennial gardens.
Maintenance Notes:Add aluminum sulfate to the soil to encourage blue flower color.
Early blooming, compact plant.
A small to medium, early blooming selection with large flowers that range from strong blue to purple depending on the soil; add aluminum sulfate to the soil to encourage blue flower color. The blooms are large and long lasting. This plant has excellent mildew resistance, and makes a great container plant. Like the other Cityline hydrangeas, Rio is compact so it does not need pruning. It's perfect for foundation plantings and milder-climate container gardens.
Cityline® Rio Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ragra' N/A -
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